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“For every young person in Africa, there is a voice inside him or her that has the potential to change the world.” - Shabani, Tanzania

Youth Leaders

Youth Leaders

Help us get this program to the people that need it.

We are currently in the process of developing a new curriculum. The initial phase of development has been successfully completed, and we are now implementing pilot programs in schools throughout the continent. These pilot programs provide us with invaluable feedback that we use to make necessary adjustments and improvements. This process is quite costly, as it involves a team of researchers, field experts, educators, curriculum developers, graphic designers, and blended-learning specialists.

Partner contributions will have a direct impact on the development of youth leaders in schools, who will go on to become future leaders in Africa. Investing in these young leaders is a strategic decision that will ultimately lead to significant and lasting change within the community.

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About this program

Africa boasts the largest youth population globally, with a staggering 60% of its inhabitants under the age of 25. Regrettably, past generations have set a poor precedent, leading the youth to develop a distorted view of what true leadership entails. Presently, many young individuals associate leadership with abuse of power, bribery, and corruption. Our program seeks to challenge and correct this negative perception of leadership. Through offering a compelling and inspiring portrayal of effective leadership, we aim to instill in students a set of values that they can adopt and integrate into their own lives. This program is designed for senior high school students who have been selected as leaders (prefects) and aims to fill the gap in youth leadership training. The training focuses on essential soft skills that are crucial for Gen-Z leaders, while also enhancing other skills necessary for their future success. The curriculum consists of 30 one-hour sessions that empower these leaders to apply fundamental leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities. The training utilizes small group facilitation, which is both straightforward and highly impactful. Small groups foster open communication in an empowering setting, allowing values to be explored rather than simply taught. This approach encourages active participation and collaboration among the leaders, enhancing their overall learning experience.

  • Entrance Requirements

    Applicants should be acknowledged as leaders within their schools and ideally hold positions within student leadership.

  • Certification

    The curriculum focuses on holistic leadership development to enhance leadership effectiveness, with a primary goal of fostering personal transformation. Upon successfully completing the program, participants will receive a "Certificate of Completion."

  • Assessment

    Assessment of learning is integrated into the course material and is conducted consistently throughout the program.

  • Graduation

    Students graduate after they have attended all classes, trained 10 other leaders and paid their tuition in full. Graduations take place at each local venue.

  • Duration

    This course comprises 30 one-hour lessons and is designed to align with the school calendar year.

  • Delivery

    The courses will be delivered in person through a facilitation process in a small group setting.